Signode AMPT-12 Operation, Parts And Safe page 29

#10 CONDITION: Joints failing after tool removal.
CAUSE
1. Low joint strength caused by worn
sealer mechanism parts.
2. Application related; i.e., strap not strong
enough to contain load; load subjected
to impact; load expands after strapping.
3. Strap tension set too high.
#11 CONDITION: Sealing mechanism crushes or deforms seals.
CAUSE
1. Worn ram and/or ram release pin.
#12 CONDITION: Tool won't complete sealing cycle unless sealing lever is held down manually.
CAUSE
1. Broken sure seal pawl spring (Page 11,
Key 33).
2. Worn sure seal pawl (Page 11, Key 34).
3. Worn sealer valve stem (Page 11, Key
22).
REMEDY
1. Examine sealer mechanism for worn
jaws, crimpers and pins. Replace all
sealer mechainsm parts.
2. Review application to determine that
strap-seal-tool in use is adequate for
application.
3. Readjust tension to a lower setting per
adjustment instructions.
REMEDY
1. Disassemble tool. Examine ram (76)
and ram release pin (79). Replace as
required.
REMEDY
1. Replace sure seal pawl spring.
2. Replace sure seal pawl.
3. Replace sealer valve stem.
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